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IRAQ MOVES TO EXPORT DIESEL AFTER ACHIEVING SELF-SUFFICIENCY.

Iraq is currently finalizing its preparations for exporting diesel (gas oil) after achieving self-sufficiency by completing necessary logistical procedures. The Ministry of Oil announced its plans in a statement seen by the Washington-based Specialized Energy Platform on Monday, May 6, 2024.

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Oil & Gas

USA: BIDEN ADMINISTRATION BANS FOSSIL FUELS IN FEDERAL BUILDINGS.

The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 mandates federal buildings to phase out fossil fuel usage by 2030, focusing on transitioning to cleaner electricity sources such as wind and solar power to cut greenhouse gas emissions.

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Oil & Gas

SHELL IS HEADING OUT OF SOUTH AFRICA AFTER 122 YEARS.

Shell International is preparing to exit its longstanding presence in South Africa, where it has operated since 1902, by divesting its shares in its retail, transportation, and refining unit. The majority stake of 72% in this unit is held by the energy company, while the remaining 28% is owned by local investment firm Thebe.

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Oil & Gas

RUSSIA’S OIL REVENUES DOUBLED IN APRIL COMPARED TO A YEAR EARLIER.

In April 2024, Russia's oil revenues doubled compared to the same month a year earlier, reaching $11.5 billion. This increase was driven by higher oil prices and a weaker ruble.

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Oil & Gas

U.S. GAS STOVES CONTRIBUTE TO 19,000 DEATHS A YEAR.

Scientists are exploring methods to reduce pollution from gas stoves at home, a new frontier after decades of cleanup in automotive, factory, and power plant sectors. Cooking with gas releases nitrogen dioxide, linked to asthma and respiratory diseases.

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Coal

G7 NATIONS COMMIT TO COAL PHASEOUT BY 2035, BUT CHALLENGES REMAIN.

The United States, the UK, Italy, France, Japan, Germany, and Canada have reached an agreement this week to phase out coal for power generation by 2035. This move has received mixed reactions, with some praising the decision while others, like Greenpeace, deem it insufficient.

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